Dental Bridge vs. Dental Implant

Hello Carlsbad visitors, welcome to La Costa Dental Excellence. Let’s talk about a tooth replacement option common in Encinitas: dental bridges. While dental bridges have restored smiles for thousands of Encinitas dental patients, they are not problem free. Many California people with dental bridges find it impossible to keep the small areas around the bridge […]

Hiccups In Your Dental Routine

The most common times people stop to brush their teeth are morning and night – either before or after breakfast, after dinner, or at bedtime. Common concerns that come with this routine involve hiccups in the schedule, from family life, shift work or exhaustion. Sometimes after dinner isn’t super cut and dried. Many families face […]

Smile Makeovers: First Things First

Hello, we’re Drs. Stephen and Kimberly Dankworth of La Costa Dental Excellence. Thanks for visiting our blog. In today’s post, we will focus on something that happens occasionally when a patient requests cosmetic dentistry from their Carlsbad dentist.

Cosmetic Dentistry: Gum Contouring In Carlsbad

If you are a regular visitor to our blog here at La Costa Dental Excellence, you have probably read many articles on cosmetic dentistry procedures. Stephen and Kimberly Dankworth is a master of smile makeovers.

Because Every Smile Tells A Story

At La Costa Dental Excellence, we see every smile as a story worth celebrating. The trust and appreciation our patients share reminds us why we do what we do, because care is about more than dentistry; it’s about people. We’ve gathered real stories from those who have experienced the warmth, transparency and dedication that define our practice. Step inside and discover what compassionate dental care truly feels like.